“Books & Music with the RSO” Thursday
Join Richardson Symphony Orchestra (RSO) Executive Director and President Laurie Garvie for a discussion of the Richardson Reads One Book 2024 selection, “Symphony of Secrets,” followed by a string quartet performance from the RSO.
What to Do to Avoid Ozone Action Days, Power Grid Alerts
With the official start of summer this week, you may hear the phrase “Ozone Action Day” more frequently in the news.
Don’t Be “Surprised” by Summer Storms
As evident by recent weather, rainstorms often develop very quickly. Weather alerts can prevent being caught unaware and give you a chance to take cover.
Pet of the Week
Meet Jojo, a lovely 2-year-old Australian Shepherd mix with a passion for water. His days are filled with dreams of splashing and swimming.
BABIC Remains Suspended; Crews Helping Clear Debris
Normal Brush and Bulky Item Collection (BABIC) in Richardson remains suspended as crews the City continues cleanup efforts after severe weather recently impacted the community. BABIC crews are working with CrowderGulf to help clear the debris. People looking to remove...
FEMA Opens Disaster Recovery Centers in Richardson, Garland
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today that the agency has opened Disaster Recovery Centers in Dallas County, located in Richardson and Garland, to provide one-on-one help to Texans affected by the severe storms, tornadoes, flooding and straight-line winds that occurred April 26-June 5.
Debris Haulers Progress on Storm Collection Schedule
Debris haulers estimate they are 45 percent complete with collecting massive amounts of storm-related vegetative debris created when sustained hurricane force winds struck Richardson, and other North Texas communities, during a May 28 severe weather event. Wind gusts in the city were recorded at up to 83 MPH, snapping trees and damaging homes and buildings across the community.
Ways to Assist in the Debris Removal Process
Debris haulers estimate they are 45 percent complete with collecting massive amounts of storm-related vegetative debris created when sustained hurricane force winds struck Richardson, and other North Texas communities, during a May 28 severe weather event. Wind gusts in the city were recorded at up to 83 MPH, snapping trees and damaging homes and buildings across the community.
Parks Crews Work to Clear Trails, Common Areas
Parks crews continue to stay busy across the city working to clear debris from trails and common areas in Richardson’s parks.
Richardson Named a Top 10 Best Place to Live in Texas
Technology-powered real estate company Redfin.com has named Richardson to its 2024 list of “10 Best Places to Live in Texas” among cities with a population of 100,000 or greater.